Project Engineer

Minero General Contractor; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Minero General Contractor in Las Vegas, NV is seeking a Project Engineer to support project managers and field teams by coordinating engineering activities, reviewing plans, and assisting with scheduling and planning.

You will help develop documentation, track milestones, and support RFIs, submittals, change orders, and cost monitoring, collaborating with subs, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to maintain safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field or equivalent practical experience.
• Strong project engineering and electrical engineering skills with ability to read drawings.
• Solid project management, scheduling, and basic cost tracking.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate engineering activities and review plans and specifications.
• Assist with project scheduling, planning, and maintaining documentation.
• Support RFIs, submittals, and change orders.
• Collaborate with subcontractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to resolve issues and ensure safety and quality.
• Monitor costs and support budget updates.
• Contribute to continuous improvement in construction processes.

Skills

Project Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Project Management

Scheduling

Communication

CAD

MS Project

Cost tracking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

MS Project

CAD

Job description

Company Description

Minero General Contractor is a Las Vegas–based construction firm whose leadership brings over 40 years of industry experience to projects across the Las Vegas Valley. The company is a key contributor to the region’s evolving built environment, delivering work that ranges from complex design-build and ground-up projects to smaller tenant improvements. As fully certified construction professionals, Minero is equipped to manage diverse project types and scales. Its agile corporate structure and deep local expertise support a commitment to high quality, timely service, and consistent client satisfaction.

Role Description

The Project Engineer is a full-time, on-site role based in Las Vegas, NV. This position supports project managers and field teams by coordinating engineering activities, reviewing plans and specifications, and assisting with project scheduling and planning. Day-to-day responsibilities include helping develop and maintain project documentation, tracking progress against milestones, and supporting RFIs, submittals, and change orders. The Project Engineer collaborates with subcontractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to resolve technical issues, maintain quality standards, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements. The role also involves monitoring costs, supporting budget updates, and contributing to continuous improvement in construction processes and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Project Engineering and Electrical Engineering skills, with the ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Candidates should possess solid Project Management and Project Planning skills, including scheduling, resource coordination, and basic cost tracking.
• Candidates should possess effective Communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners.
• Candidates should possess proficiency with construction-related software (e.g., MS Project, scheduling tools, and basic CAD) and standard office applications.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience in construction or engineering.
• Understanding of construction methods, building codes, safety regulations, and quality standards; prior experience in commercial construction is preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work on-site in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.